embryo transfer

American  

noun

1. the transfer of a developing embryo to or from the uterus of a surrogate mother.

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embryo transfer Scientific  

1. The transfer into a recipient's uterus of an egg that has been fertilized in vitro and is at the blastula stage of development.

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Etymology

Origin of embryo transfer

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

He said "a huge team of people" had been involved in the process - from the transplant operation to the embryo transfer and the delivery itself.

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2026

On the agency’s instructions, according to court records, the surrogate canceled her Medicaid and began to prepare for the embryo transfer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 28, 2025

They hope to proceed with another frozen embryo transfer later this year.

From Slate • Jan. 13, 2025

Medical patients who face infertility because of treatment are insured under that law, but that coverage stops short of including fertilization and embryo transfer.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2024

Meghan Cole, 31, who had a Feb. 23 appointment for an embryo transfer to their surrogate, was told 36 hours before the procedure that the appointment would be canceled.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 8, 2024